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Plant Detectives Dig Into How Cells Grow
By Susan M. Reiss published
Moss offers clues in the search for how molecular signals direct cell growth.

A Big Hand for Biofilms
By Jacqueline Conciatore published
This striking image represents the strength and prevalence of bacterial biofilms — despite our efforts to control them.

Biodiversity a Benefit for Brain Research
By Lily Whiteman, John Wassel published
Optogenetics, a new field of brain research, was born out of basic research on two unlikely microbes.

Tiny Microchip Component Promises Big Returns
By Susan M. Reiss published
This novel nanoarray may improve energy storage and electronics performance.

Deep-sea Fish Inspire Robotic Feeding Model
By Susan M. Reiss published
"Bassbot" reveals suction action used by most fish.

Catch the Fever … Particle Fever
By Ivy Kupec published
Particle physics takes center stage in this upcoming documentary.

With Study of Asbestos, Geologists Take on Key Health Problem
By Susan M. Reiss published
A new breed of geologists investigates the connection between living organisms and earth materials.

Caught on Camera: Ice-Dwelling Sea Anemone
By Leslie Reed published
The underside of the Ross Ice Shelf held more than just a view of the ice.
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